Colombia international Cuadrado moved to the Premier League in
the recent transfer window, with Mohamed Salah going in the
opposite direction, having helped Fiorentina into the knockout
stages of the competition.

With Tottenham due to meet Fiorentina at White Hart Lane for the
first leg of their Europa League tie, Pochettino feels Vincenzo
Montella's side will still pose a significant threat.

"Fiorentina are a good team without him [Cuadrado]. He is a
great player but whether he is there or not, Montella's team will
play the same way," the Argentinian told reporters on
Wednesday.

"We are ready, the break [due to Tottenham's FA Cup absence]
gave us a chance to recover mentally.

"They are a tough opponent, I admire Montella because the game
he has his teams play is more Spanish than Italian.

"It's a challenge for me, as it is for us all. We are well
prepared and are in an excellent moment. For us it is important
that players have fun while they play - play well and have
fun."

Spurs will look to Harry Kane to continue the excellent form
that has brought five goals from his last three appearances.

Pochettino suggested Kane can continue to improve this season,
adding: "I can say that he is young, has a lot of potential and has
to work and believe in himself and in the team."